9Unicorns expands leadership with appointment of Vinod Keni as partner

9Unicorns, a leading global accelerator program, and venture fund, is delighted to announce the appointment of Vinod Keni as a Partner. In this role, Vinod will be responsible for the portfolio development of Fund I and also focus on creating a robust fundraising and LP network.  With a distinguished career spanning over three decades, Vinod brings a wealth of experience in investment advisory services, angel investing, stakeholder management, M&A, and venture capital.

Before 9Unicorns, Vinod was the Founder & Managing Partner of Peachtree Capital Partners, where he played a pivotal role in angel investing, stakeholder management, M&A activities, and investor relations. He also founded and managed Bottomline Fintech, a Finance as a Service startup, Peachtree Management Advisors, and WiseOwl Consulting LLP, demonstrating his expertise in profit & loss management, executive leadership, and investment advisory services.

Regarding the development, Dr Apoorva Ranjan Sharma, co-founder of 9Unicorns, said, “We are excited to welcome Vinod Keni to the 9Unicorns family. His extensive experience and track record of success in the investment landscape make him an invaluable addition to our team. Vinod's deep understanding of portfolio development and his ability to cultivate strong relationships within the investment community will be instrumental in driving the success of our portfolio companies. As we expand our footprint globally, Vinod's expertise will be crucial in strengthening our presence in the USA market. We are confident that his strategic insights and passion for fostering entrepreneurship will further enhance 9Unicorns' position as a leader in the startup ecosystem.”

Vinod Keni expressed his delight over the appointment, saying, “I am truly honored and excited to embark on this journey with 9Unicorns. The opportunity to join a dynamic team that is deeply committed to fostering innovation and supporting the growth of startups is incredibly inspiring. I believe that my diverse experience in investment advisory, angel investing, and venture capital, coupled with 9Unicorns' visionary approach, will enable us to create a meaningful impact in the startup ecosystem.

I look forward to leveraging my network and expertise not only to accelerate the growth of our portfolio companies but also to cultivate strong relationships with our investors and stakeholders.”

Vinod has been actively involved in the startup ecosystem, serving as an investor in companies such as AgniKul Cosmos, ActivityHero, and SureWaves MediaTech Pvt Ltd. He has also held various advisory and board positions, including roles at Roundglass, LenDenClub, Kabaddi Adda, Artha Venture Fund, MyCFO India, Indian Angel Network, and Zeus Financial Holdings LLC.

Before his entrepreneurial ventures, Vinod held critical positions at renowned organizations such as Aquarian Group LLC, India Private Equity Growth Fund, Capella Partners, VerticalOne, HeadHunter, HomeCom, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, IVF America, and Ernst & Young, India. Vinod holds an impressive track record of accomplishments, including leading a NASDAQ listing as CFO during his tenure at HomeCom and contributing to strategic initiatives for Intel, Texas Instruments, and 3M while at Ernst & Young, India.

Vinod Keni's appointment reaffirms 9Unicorns' commitment to nurturing the startup ecosystem and fostering entrepreneurship globally. His deep industry knowledge, coupled with his proven track record, will further strengthen 9Unicorns' position as a leading accelerator program and venture fund.